Product Description

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #291 in Lawn & Patio
• Brand: Perky Pet
• Model: 209
• Dimensions: 19.25" h x 10.25" w x 12.00" l, 1.70 pounds

Features

• 8 ounce capacity
• Shatterproof bottle
• Four feeding ports with built-in bee guards
• Four-way perch

Amazon.com Review
There are more than 300 species of hummingbird in the Western Hemisphere, and, with this hummingbird feeder, you're bound to see at least a couple of them at your window. Perky Pet's 30-ounce hardened-glass feeder is the largest model and features six easy-feeding flowers, a no-drip feeder base, and bee guards. This model is the only Perky Pet hummingbird feeder with a detachable full-circle perch. The feeder is easy to fill and clean, and comes with a one-year warranty.

From the Manufacturer
The Perky-Pet Pinch-Waist Glass Hummingbird Feeder features 6 feeding ports, a unique circular perch design and holds 30 ounces of nectar. The glass feeding cylinder provides a more durable option than plastic cylinders of the same sort. Use the included hanger to hang it from a branch or hook. This indeed is our best and is the most economical nectar feeder on the market! For best results, use Perky-Pet Instant high energy nectar. This specially blended nectar is easy to use, requires no boiling and stays fresh longer! The clear, shatter-proof glass reservoir makes it easy to monitor nectar levels and unscrews easily from the feeder base for quick cleaning and filling. The feeder may be cleaned with the Perky-Pet Cleaning Mop. Remember to clean your feeder at least twice a week, more often in very warm climates or seasons. We offer the finest quality in wild bird feeding products and accessories. Perky-Pet is the leading supplier of Wild Bird Feeders and Accessories. Perky-Pet Hummingbird Feeder models are designed to attract hummingbirds using a bright red feeder base to lure them to the nectarletting you discover the beauty and fascinating behavior of the elusive hummingbird.

Customer Reviews

Fantastic Hummingbird Feeder
I have 4 hummingbird feeders and they are all hanging from a Shepherd's Hook in my yard. I live in Southern California where we have an abundance of hummingbirds right now. Early morning and late evenings we will have 10 or more feeding at a time, with others vying for a spot to feed. I have 2 feeders that hold 1 3/4 cups each that have to be filled every day. The two others are larger feeders that hold 2 1/2 cups each and I fill them every other day. Having this larger feeder with 6 feeding spots is great because now I can feed more hummies and I don't have to refill them as often. I look forward to purchasing several more. I've had feeders in my yard for the last 3 years and only experienced mole once and that was when I was using plastic feeders. Between refills I let each feeder soak in very hot water, no soap. Once a month I let them set for 1 hour in water with a little bleach. I rinse thoroughly so there is no residue. When the glass gets water spots I will soak in water with a little vinegar then the glass looks like new. I make my own nectar: 1 part sugar to 4 parts water. I do not add food coloring as this is not good for the birds. I also do not boil my water and if I did I would never have enough time for it to cool when my little hummies are begging for more nectar. I make a quart to a half gallon at a time and keep it in the refrig. I'm always ready for the next refill. My grandkids are always entertained by watching the hummies through the kitchen window. All my guest are entertained as well. During the winter (if you want to call it that in sunny Southern California) I don't get as many hummies, but we've always had them year round. Also, I have never had problems with ants. Once a month I spray the bottom of the Shephards hook that leads up from the ground with cooking oil spray, that way the ants can't climb the pole. Perky Pet 209 "Our Best" Hummingbird Feeder, 30 oz capacity

Best available but doesn't last
Have owned this feeder for three years and the plastic rail around the bottom has busted off due to detioriation from the sunlight. Probably would be worth buying at a lower price.

Best there is, but should be easier to clean
Like many reviewers, it seems I've tried all the feeders and ended up deciding this 30 oz Perky Pet was the best. The hummers prefer this style of feeder and the proportions are the best that can be found (ie angle of the feeding holes, distance of the perch).

Great capacity - perfect for about 1 day with an active yard full of hummers. I use two and sometimes 3 feeders (1/2 -3/4 gallon nectar a day) to keep about 40 hummers happy.

But the downside to this otherwise perfect feeder is the inability to clean the base easily. It doesn't disassemble and you have to use a brush to THOROUGHLY clean it. Anyone who suggests bleach is acceptable is a stark raving lunatic. The slightest residue will quickly kill the little fellers.

For those of you who don't need 32 oz and 6 feeding holes, try Dr JBs product. It is 16 ounce and completely disassembles for cleaning. Not the best design for feeding (perch is too close and feeding angle is too flat), but for birds, they'd rather drink out of a slightly awkward but clean feeder than a perfectly designed but filthy feeder.

The ultimate feeder would be this one, but with a wider mouth jar and a base that completely disassembles for thorough cleaning. Why somebody can't build a better feeder is beyond my understanding. The market is out there, yet the manufacturers seemingly don't have a clue...